Job Summary
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We are seeking an experienced Technical Quote Lead to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading new business pursuits and quotes for Instrument Cluster and Zonal Controller product lines.
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* You will coordinate with various functions, including Customer Regional Engineering, Hardware & Platform Software teams, Product Validation, Program & Commodity Purchasing, and Manufacturing.
* You will lead and coordinate associated internal engineering activities.
* You will have a clear understanding of the assigned product and communicate its story and business value to stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
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* Lead Cross-Functional Quotation Engineering
* Establish and guide a global, multi-functional engineering team to support pursuit activities and technical responses
* Coordinate technical deliverables to align with quote timelines and ensure timely, high-quality submissions
Requirements Review & Compliance
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* Drive a comprehensive review of mechanical, hardware, and software requirements
* Ensure all assumptions and exceptions are documented and develop high-level compliance matrices
* Collaborate with the Chief Engineer and delivery teams to define delivery timelines and execution plans
* Lead development of optimal, consistent designs with a focus on BOM cost efficiency
* Identify and drive value analysis/value engineering (VA/VE) and design reuse opportunities
* Collaborate with Product Management and Commercial teams to define cost targets and leverage historical quote data for triangulation
* Engage early with Purchasing and Manufacturing to align on make/buy strategies and supplier quote timelines
* Review supplier quotes and benchmark against similar designs to ensure competitiveness
* Partner with manufacturing teams to optimize assembly processes and cost structures
Documentation & Governance
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* Ensure timely completion of all quote documentation, including Technical Design Reviews (TDRs), Bills of Materials (BOMs), engineering and manufacturing assumptions, effort and cost estimates, and process compliance throughout the quotation lifecycle
Customer Engagement & Demonstration Support
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* Support customer milestones and ensure alignment with technical requirements
* Lead the development of pursuit-specific demo properties and support product demonstrations at tech shows and customer events
Qualifications, Skills, and Experiences
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* Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electronics, Mechanical), Physics, or a related technical field or equivalent experience
* Minimum 10+ years in automotive electronics product development and launch, with strong preference for experience in Instrument Cluster and Zonal Controller domains
* Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
* Strong understanding of hardware, mechanical, and software design principles
* High-level system analysis capabilities
* Experience working closely with suppliers on part selection and cost negotiations
* Familiarity with financial metrics such as NPV, IRR, and EBIT is a plus
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills with global cultural sensitivity
* Strong presentation skills and ability to convey technical concepts to customers
* Effective cross-functional collaboration with engineering, purchasing, manufacturing, and commercial teams
* Self-motivated leader with the ability to guide global teams toward shared goals
* Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, SharePoint)
Key Performance Indicators:
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* RFQ Win Rate
* Material Margin at Gate 2 Commitment
* Improve quote accuracy and reduce turnaround time
* Enhance BOM cost visibility through should-cost modeling
* Strengthen supplier collaboration and pricing intelligence
* Increase RFQ win rate and margin performance
Benefits
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* Detailed-oriented individual who can carry out tasks with precision and accuracy
* Dedicated and self-motivated leader who can drive results and achieve goals
* Flexible and adaptable team player who can work collaboratively across functions and geographies
Others
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* This role may require domestic and international travel to internal and customer locations up to ~10-15%